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Saint Zoe of Rome (died c. 286) was a noblewoman, married to Nicostratus, a high Roman court official. For six years she had been unable to speak. Saint Sebastian made the sign of the cross over the woman, and she immediately began to speak and she glorified Jesus. Zoe asked for baptism.
Saint Zoe of Rome, also known as Zoa of Rome, was a devout Christian who lived during the time of imperial Rome. She is believed to have been married to Nicostratus, a high court official in Rome. Zoe maintained a deep and unwavering devotion to Saint Peter, one of the Twelve Apostles, and this bond would ultimately lead to her martyrdom.
St. Zoe of Rome was a noblewoman married to a top Roman jurist named Nicostratus. Her husband was also the jailer of St Sebastian. She was mute for six years, but had her voice restored when St. Sebastian made the Sign of the Cross on her forehead.
Zoe (d.c. 286) + Martyr. A noble woman of the imperial court of Rome, she was executed in the early stages of Emperor Diocletian's (r. 284-305) persecution of the Church. Feast day: July 5.
Zoe of Rome, St. Felicity, and St. Perpetua were early Christian martyrs who suffered persecution for their faith in ancient Rome. They are remembered for their courage and dedication to Christianity.
Jul 5, 2022 · Saint Zoe of Rome (died c. 286) was a noblewoman, married to Nicostratus, a high Roman court official. For six years she had been unable to speak. Saint Sebastian made the sign of the cross over the woman, and she immediately began to speak and she glorified Jesus.
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